The Interview: How to not be an awko taco

Congratulations! You should be pretty darn proud of yourself for getting this far. Alas, you have miles to go before you sleep. Hopefully these tips will help you nail the interview, and accomplish your lovely dreams. You got this.

Get Fancy:

It's tempting to arrive at the interview clad in your muddy Doc Martins and unwashed Smiths t-shirt being all like "I will not conform to societal expectations, rah rah rah" but for real, don't do it. This is a big deal, and you need to dress like you care. Iron some good shirts, break out those uncomfortable yet awfully classy shoes, and do this thing. Home can be the place to let your freak flag fly, not the boardroom. 


 Talk To Humans:

See that ruddy faced, yet promising individual over there? Talk to them! If worst comes to worst, you can just bond over how much you are completely about to pee your pants in fear. You have nothing to lose, and it really shows that you can act semi-alright under pressure. And who knows, you might make a friend! Yay friendship! 

The Real Deal:

Right when you are helping yourself to the grand assortment of breakfast foods, DUN DUN DUN....your name has been called. Time for you to talk to a bunch of grown up people about how you are oh so curios and adventurous. Much daunting. So fear.

But it's okay tiny kitten! Take a deep breath, and walk into that room like you own it. Personally, I though I bombed my interview. I didn't think I answered each question very well, and I often found myself in a haze of "wut. is. words." But looking back on it, I do know this: I laughed a lot, made them laugh, and did a whole bunch of smiling in between. I don't think they are looking for perfect answers to these questions, but simply a good vibe. So send them some of your best vibes, and answer each question thoughtfully. 


The Aftermath:

So, it's all said and done. If you think you didn't do so hot (which, I assure you, pretty much every kid is thinking) please don't beat yourself up! You can't go back in time, and you should try your best to learn, and move on. You have tons of other super cool stuff ahead of you! The worst that could come out of this whole mess is a newfound knowledge of the interview process, and a love for dapper button downs.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Saturday in Siena

Image
The medieval Tuscan hill town of Siena is just an hour by train from Florence. Despite its small size, it is home to a bustling university and is one of Italy’s most visited cities.  You don’t really need a map in Siena, as most of the streets slant downward, acting as a natural people-funnel to the main Piazza del Campo.  The outskirts of the city are equally impressive, as the elevated position of Siena grants you a sprawling view of idyllic vineyards and countryside.  I only spent a few hours in the city, had lunch at the first place where I couldn’t hear any English, and headed back to Florence feeling completely satisfied. Slanted Streets Duomo of Siena. Duomo just means the biggest church in any given city Down down down Orange Paint Vineyards and playgrounds Piazza del Campo
Read more

Munich: A look beyond the lederhosen

Image
Many stereotypes of German culture stem from the southern city of Munich.  This Bavarian town is home to lederhosen, Oktoberfest, and baked pretzels as big as your beer stein. Much of Munich looks like it was built from gingerbread, and many of its people do in fact wear lederhosen in broad daylight. The new normal. The serene and beautiful Gärtnerplatz   The city is one of the wealthiest in Germany, with a major religious influence that is both reflected in the abundant Catholic imagery and manner of greeting your fellow man. In Munich, “hallo” is replaced with “Gruss Gott”, which translates roughly to “love to god.” The last thing you would expect from Munich is a dark, graffiti-splattered underbelly. And yet, out of desperation and necessity, it exists. Situated in a random residential area is the Waanda Open Air Festival, which lasts a day and costs a mere 15 euros.   Beauty of Waanda The hippies, artists, and bri...
Read more

Christmas in Montreal: Bagels, Street Art, and Bars

Image
Despite my limited time in the largest city of the eastern Canadian  province  of Quebec, I can say, with assurance, that Montreal is very cool.  Abundant in the bold and the colorful, Montreal is a city in which even the supermarkets are visually stunning. Behold this  brick of various nut milks which in my world, doubles as a Pop Art installation. If you are feeling peckish, head to the famed St-Viateur Bagel Shop, which has been serving loyal locals slightly sweet, freshly baked bagels for over 25 years.   To avoid clumsily juggling your delicious purchase on the street, you can head next door to a white-walled coffee shop known as The Standard Mile End, and take a seat.   Montreal is great for just walking around and looking at people. A prime location for soaking in the artistic side of the city is the charming Rue Duluth.  Daily life becomes brighter, sweeter, and better when guided forward b...
Read more